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B&B Ireland signs up to The Gathering 2013

B&B Ireland signs up to The Gathering 2013

May 14, 2012 - (0) comments

B&B Ireland have announced that they will be fully supporting The Gathering Ireland 2013 – the biggest tourism event ever held in Ireland, which aims to bring an extra 325,000 visitors here next year. [...]

On the Streets of Galway for Saint Patrick’s Day

On the Streets of Galway for Saint Patrick’s Day

May 10, 2012 - (0) comments

We arrived at Lios Inis B&B just before midday. After we got settled into our guest bedroom, I mentioned to our host, Joan, that we were going to walk in to see the Saint [...]

Embracing the rain in Ireland!

Embracing the rain in Ireland!

May 09, 2012 - (0) comments

Lets face facts, Ireland is in no danger of turning into a desert anytime soon and yes, we do get our fair share of rainy days and more besides. But if our climate wasn’t [...]

Discover Lough Corrib’s Wild Spaces in County Galway

Discover Lough Corrib’s Wild Spaces in County Galway

May 08, 2012 - (0) comments

It was after dark when the winding Connemara road brought us into the small town of Oughterard. Our B&B hosts for the night, Donal and Connie Connolly, had recommended a pub restaurant called Brethnach’s. [...]

Five Golden Rules for a Great Traditional Irish Pub Night Out!

Five Golden Rules for a Great Traditional Irish Pub Night Out!

May 04, 2012 - (0) comments

The traditional Irish pub is still a cultural institution in Ireland and something to be experienced while visiting here. A pint of Guinness and a packet of Tayto cheese and onion crisps (potato chips), [...]

Blaiseadh Gaeltachta – A Gaeltacht Experience within B&Bs in Gaeltacht areas of Ireland

Blaiseadh Gaeltachta – A Gaeltacht Experience within B&Bs in Gaeltacht areas of Ireland

April 26, 2012 - (0) comments

Fáilte Ireland has been working closely with Irish B&Bs to revitalise the sector.  A new classification and categorisation system was introduced to ensure potential customers can make an informed choice based on quality assurance. [...]

The Donegal Gathering – a tourism initiative proud to showcase County Donegal

The Donegal Gathering – a tourism initiative proud to showcase County Donegal

April 25, 2012 - (0) comments

The Donegal Gathering is a tourism initiative aimed at raising the profile of this wonderful part of Ireland by proudly showcasing the huge range of cultural festivals and events that are held annually throughout [...]

The Gathering 2013 launch is well under way worldwide!

The Gathering 2013 launch is well under way worldwide!

April 23, 2012 - (0) comments

Preparations are well under way to officially launch The Gathering Ireland 2013 at home and around the world later this year. An Taoiseach and Government Ministers helped spread the word of The Gathering amongst [...]

B&B Ireland – Welcome for International Travel Trade at Meitheal 2012

B&B Ireland – Welcome for International Travel Trade at Meitheal 2012

April 23, 2012 - (0) comments

Over 300 Tour Operators from 23 countries around the world got a taste of real Irish B&B hospitality at the Meitheal 2012 event in Dublin’s RDS this week. A 12-strong B&B Ireland team travelled [...]

Boglands and Turf Harvesting in Ireland

Boglands and Turf Harvesting in Ireland

April 19, 2012 - (0) comments

The sight of a creel full of turf by a fireside in an Irish Bed and Breakfast or a stack of turf built next to a country home, may evoke a romantic image of [...]

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